Chapter 5: China Review

What was the situation in China when Confucius was born?

• He was born during China's Golden Age of Discovery

• He was born during a time of peace & prosperity

• He was born during the Warring States period, a time of moral decline

• He was born during a time of natural disasters

Confucianism teaches that people should live according to what two basic standards?

• Selfish pursuits & personal gain

• Diet & exercise

• CHAMPS & P.R.I.D.E.

• Good conduct & moral judgement

What philosophy was founded by Laozi?

• Daoism

• Confucianism

• Laoism

• Buddhism

What does "Dao" mean?

• an animal

• the name of a god

• ambition

• the way

What does Daoism emphasize harmony with?

• nature

• food

• people

• government

What is the name of the trade route that had a major impact on the Chinese economy?

• Grand Canal

• Silk Road

What is the name for the major network of waterways that connect China's two major rivers?

• Grand Canal

• Silk Road

Who was the only woman in Chinese history to rule an empire on her own & expanded the Chinese army?

• Yangdi

• Wendi

• Empress Wu

• Princess Leia

According to Confucianism, what do good governments depend on?

• Educated citizens

• Powerful military

• Frugal rulers

• Wise leaders

Many people became Buddhists in China during the 100s C.E. because...

• Buddhism provided a strong, central government

• Monasteries were peaceful places

• People wanted to seek peace & avoid suffering during a difficult time

• they feared Confucianism